Supply Chain Management

Smruti Desai

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WAREHOUSE LOGISTICS SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT INVENTORY CONTROL & ANALYSIS

Expertise in Logistics, Distribution, Inventory Management and Business Operational Excellence

Dynamic, high-energy and results-driven logistics, warehouse, inventory and Certified International Supply Chain Professional (CISCP) with a demonstrated track record of tracking production, inventory, materials, and resource allocation for high profile oil, gas, and supply chain leaders.

Recognized leader and motivator with the ability to provide sound business judgment and analysis for double-digit revenue growth despite a challenging economic climate.

Dedicated to ensuring that efficiency is maintained at the highest possible level without sacrificing safety, quality, delivery lead times, or cost standards. Seeks to add to cost savings daily by streamlining workflow. Proven ability to work effectively under stress.

Strong planning capability with knowledge of capacity planning, MRP systems, and process improvement and implementation. Strong MS Excel skills. Pro-active problem solving skills. Organized and detail oriented; able to generate clear, concise reports and presentations.

Eager to integrate broad based experience and visionary leadership into a Warehouse Operations/Logistics and/or Inventory/Supply Chain role with a world-class organization poised for growth.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Inventory Control & Management

Warehouse Management Systems Skills

Standard Process/Procedure Development

Ensure all Deadlines/Scheduling are Maintained

Foster Strong Vendor Business Relationships

Understanding of Competitive Landscape

Logistics, Distribution, Transportation

Develop Cost Containment Strategies

Strong Oral and Written Communications

Advanced IT skills/Supply Chain Software’s; SAP, WMS, Tracs, MS Office

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ROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Petroleum Pipe Company, Dubai, UAE 2008-2012

Logistics & Operations Executive

Administered all aspects of inventory control, product database management, and supply chain support, ensuring adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and regulations. Facilitated all aspects of purchasing and receiving, generating master purchase orders and processing daily transactions from suppliers, warehouse (3PL), and end customers. Allocated resources and tracked the pricing/product database. Managed inventory supply successfully to ensure delivery and logistics goals are met. Monitored and oversaw rates of production, transportation and other logistics information, using computerized TRACS software.

Led the transportation and movement of pipes from the manufacturing unit to end customers. Held accountability of all inventory control, replenishment, stock levels, variance analysis, and materials management. Identified, tracked, and resolved discrepancies.

Key Achievements:

Successfully championed and led warehouse operations with $15-20M in inventory, a $60M operation.

Resolved operational issues by 95% by constant coordination with suppliers to schedule timely deliveries. Maintained backup suppliers in case of short shipment or errors in products shipped.

Managed the complete lifecycle of 30-35 large, high-volume orders/day. Methodically resolved shortages and missed deliveries; tracked and scheduled transportation and its issues.

Exceeded operational KPI’s of customer deliveries by 140% by working collaboratively and cooperatively with logistics team.

Prepared Documentary Credits (Letters of Credit), by coordination with various international banks.

Partnered closely with the accounts team in following up for payment receivables and making and sending payment invoices to customers on order delivery

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Exxon Mobil, Dubai, UAE 2007-2008

Inventory Analyst

Consistently reviewed minimum and maximum levels, aged inventory, inventory carrying value, monthly inventory carrying costs and turns, as well as economic order quantities. Logged and verified all discrepancies. Completed inventory adjustments and inventory reconciliation as necessary; coordinated year-end inventory count. Compiled comprehensive inventory reports. Delivered unit sales forecast based on historical data to plan inventory replenishments requisitions. Utilized SAP/R3 inventory software. Performed extensive demand forecasting and planning, ensuring optimal SKU’s/stock levels at all times. Conducted cycle counts on a regular (bi-weekly and monthly) basis.

Key Achievements:

Successfully managed inventory and replenishment of about 2500 grades of oil across 6 plants.

Reduced the ratio of inventory variances from 85% to 35% through accurate reconciliation of inventory.

Slashed costs by 25% by managing the stock rotation and disposing of slow moving and outdated stock.

CWT-SML Logistics LLC, Dubai, UAE 2005-2007

Logistics Coordinator

Provided services in handling customer order processing, inbound and outbound shipments, transportation, warehouse co-ordination, and documentation. Constantly monitored delivery of lead times. Served as the 1st point of contact on all supply issues. Reviewed and processed requisition/work orders for accuracy. Prepared, scheduled, compiled and maintained various reports on the deliveries of KPI’s. Provided 3rd party logistics services and storage support to CPG clients: Canon, Colgate, Palmolive, Seven Seas etc. Finalized custom documents and sales orders.

Key Achievements:

Triggered increased profits of 35% by negotiating better rates with transportation vendors.

Inspected and verified incoming goods against invoices/documents, recorded shortages, discrepancies, and damaged goods.

Selected distribution and transportation with oversight of shipping documents, bills of lading, customs invoices, packing lists, HS code forms, and etc.

EDUCATION& CREDENTIALS

Bachelor of Computer Engineering (B.E) – credentials evaluated by ICAS, Canada

University of Mumbai, India

Training & Development:

CPIM, Certified Production Inventory Management – APICS – in progress

Certified International Supply Chain Professional (CISCP)

IPSCMI (International Purchasing Supply Chain Management Institute), Delaware, USA

Supply Chain Connections Bridging Program - From ACCES Employment, Mississauga, ON

Certified in International Trade Finance & Canadian Custom Procedures

Sheridan College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning, Mississauga, ON

Oracle 9i Database Administrator Professional (DBA)

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Advanced MS Office, Excel

SAP/R3, WMS (Warehouse Management System)

Tracs Software

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